In the aftermath of disaster, a family watches the river shift — and finds themselves reshaped by resilience, memory, and community.
Hope & Honey
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the beekeepers of Ashe County found strength and resilience in their community — just like their honeybees.
One Artist Picks Up the Pieces
After Hurricane Helene, an Old Fort artist gathered what was broken — and made something beautiful.
A River Reclaimed
After the New River threatened the small community of Todd, a pair of waterwomen led the charge to restore their home — and the tributary they love.
Clearing a Path Forward After Helene
A Saluda native uses the experience and equipment from his grading business to help his neighbors clear their land, shore up what remains, and find closure — free of charge.
The Power of Petals
Neighbors in Swannanoa planted thousands of flowers to help their community envision a more hopeful future after Hurricane Helene’s destruction.
The Spirit of Marshall
After the flood, a mountain town and its iconic hotel became symbols of recovery.
Amazing Grace
After Hurricane Helene turned their world upside down, a neighborhood in Fairview pulled together to find a way through.
On Air After Helene
Left without power, cell service, or Internet for weeks after Helene, western North Carolinians turned to a reliable source for vital information: radio.
